Frequently Asked Questions about MONOTEK®

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Yes – MONOTEK® can be installed and cures fully at temperatures from -30°C to +40°C, a unique capability that eliminates the need to shut down refrigerated areas during installation. This wide temperature range ensures consistent curing and performance regardless of environmental conditions.
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MONOTEK® offers exceptional repairability due to its ability to chemically bond to existing installations, even after years of service. Repairs can be completed during off-peak hours and are fully cured within one hour, minimising operational disruption.
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MONOTEK® offers versatile finishing options, including completely smooth surfaces ideal for dry environments such as bakeries and reception areas. Available in solid Australian Standard colours or our signature MonoChip® decorative flake system.
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MONOTEK® offers customisable anti-slip profiles to match your specific safety requirements. Our standard 3-4mm anti-slip system exceeds AS/NZS 4586 & AS/NZS 4663 standards for wet pedestrian and work areas, while custom profiles can be developed for specialised applications.
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MONOTEK® MMA systems are engineered for safety, containing no harmful aromatic solvents, styrene, amines, or isocyanates commonly found in traditional epoxy and polyurethane floors. The system is 100% solids and safe for use in ventilated industrial environments, making it ideal for food processing facilities and other sensitive areas.
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MONOTEK® exceeds statutory requirements for food industry flooring, providing a seamless, impervious surface that prevents bacterial growth. Our systems are specifically engineered to meet the rigorous hygiene standards of commercial food preparation, processing, and handling environments.
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MONOTEK® is an advanced methyl methacrylate (MMA) resin flooring system that delivers exceptional performance in commercial and industrial environments. Applied at 3-6mm thickness, this seamless system bonds permanently to concrete, ceramic, and metal substrates. Its unique chemistry creates a highly resilient surface that requires minimal expansion joints and can be customized with coving, kerbing, and ramps to meet your facility’s specific requirements.
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We provide a comprehensive 5-year guarantee covering both materials and workmanship. As the sole authorised installer of MONOTEK® systems, we maintain complete quality control throughout installation. Our guarantee includes all system components and installation work, with responsive support should any issues arise.
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Yes, MONOTEK® MMA based flooring is FULLY chemically and mechanically cured after one (1) hour and you can resume full production and heavy traffic.
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Given our wide experience in the food industry since 1977, we have never had an instance of tainting, however we would always insist that all unpackaged goods are removed from the area of works and that all foodstuffs should be isolated during flooring works, as a matter of good OH&S practice during any maintenance works.
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MONOTEK® is available in all Australian Standard 2700 colours and comes in a wide range of coloured sands/granite-look finishes as well as MonoChip® coloured flake. Special colours can be blended to match existing décor or finishes if required.